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Henderson Today
By the People, for the People
Henderson County Girls Basketball Wins 8th Straight Region Title
Lady Colonels defeat Crittenden County 42-39 in championship game
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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The Henderson County girls basketball team claimed its 8th consecutive regional championship on Saturday, defeating Crittenden County 42-39 in the title game. The Lady Colonels' path to the championship included wins over three of the highest-ranked teams in the state based on the KHSAA RPI rankings.
Why it matters
Henderson County's sustained success in girls basketball over the past 8 seasons is a remarkable achievement, especially considering the strength of their regular season schedule which was ranked 18th-toughest in the state by opponent winning percentage. The team's ability to win close games, including 3 single-digit victories in the regional tournament, demonstrates their mental toughness and coaching acumen.
The details
The Lady Colonels defeated Lyon County, Hopkins County Central, and Crittenden County - the three highest-ranked opponents on the KHSAA RPI list - en route to the regional championship. Head coach Stephen Haile credits his team's challenging regular season schedule for preparing them for the postseason gauntlet.
- Henderson County claimed its 8th straight girls basketball region title on Saturday, March 8, 2026.
- The Lady Colonels defeated Crittenden County 42-39 in the championship game.
The players
Stephen Haile
The head coach of the Henderson County girls basketball team, who has led the Lady Colonels to 8 consecutive regional championships.
What they’re saying
“Our schedule, considered the 18th-toughest in the state by opponent winning percentage, prepared our team for the region title.”
— Stephen Haile, Head Coach
What’s next
The Lady Colonels will advance to the state tournament, where they will look to continue their championship run.
The takeaway
Henderson County's girls basketball program has established itself as a dominant force in the region, showcasing the value of a challenging regular season schedule and the ability to win close games in the postseason.
